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Community Honors MLK Day
When you think of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, do you think of just a day to relax and sit around since there aren’t any classes? Or do you think of a day to serve, […]
Editorial
StuGov Buzz 1/31
The semester is off to a great start! We met Monday, Jan. 18, for our first meeting of the semester, where we appointed Joshua Grandstaff as a member of the Academic Affairs Committee and Colleen […]
Editorial
Our View: Where are the precautions?
During what feels like the 50th surge of COVID-19, we have come upon the most contagious of all of the variants: Omicron. Because of this, cities are shutting down, masks are becoming required again and […]
City
Local not-for-profit organization rolls with the pandemic’s punches
Since its 2016 founding, Take Root has served the Kirksville community in various ways, such as addressing issues of the industrial food system, alleviating hunger in Adair County and promoting healthy living through its signature […]
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Yik Yak is becoming more popular among Truman students
There is a new app gaining prominence among Truman State University students. Yik Yak allows users to post anonymously within a five mile radius. The app is especially popular on college campuses. Users can also […]
KTRM-FM
KTRM-FM presents: Songs for the road
Looking to spice up your road trip playlist while you travel over the holidays? KTRM-FM has you covered. With students from over 35 majors, Truman State University’s award-winning radio station is home to members of […]
KTRM-FM
KTRM-FM presents: Albums for the road
You’re all familiar with road trip playlists. They’re upbeat, varied and full of surprises. You might even have contributed to some in your lifetime, but that’s assuming you’re a fan of such playlists. Going one […]
Basketball
Thanksgiving Day for a sports fanatic
When this issue of the coveted Truman State University student newspaper The Index comes out on Thursday [Nov 18th] it will be a week until Thanksgiving day. I hope everybody can return home safely to […]
Administration
Board of Governors discuss budget, Greenwood project finances
The Truman State University Board of Governors met Oct. 22 to review University operations and proposals. The meeting was chaired by Sarah Burkemper, vice chair of the Board. On-campus construction projects were reviewed during the […]
Editorial
Our View: Time to start preparing for winter weather
It’s beginning to look like another cold Kirksville winter. It will be the first for many, or at least the first time many students will trek up the hills of Barnett Hall or across the […]
City
Kirksville festival reunites community
On Oct. 2, the local community gathered together to celebrate the arts and local craftsmanship. After being canceled last year, the Red Barn Arts and Crafts Festival was especially appreciated by many in attendance this […]